Wednesday, March 29, 2023

Mortgage lending hits lowest since 2016 excluding pandemic

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Borrowing falls sharply as rates rise but more mortgage applications are approved, says Bank of England

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Italy moves to ban lab-grown meat to protect food heritage

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Right-wing Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni says the proposed ban aims to protect farmers and consumers.

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Amritpal Singh: Rumours swirl as search for controversial Sikh preacher continues

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Amritpal Singh has not been arrested so far, though there have been many rumoured sightings.

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Unusually vivid Southern Lights glow over New Zealand

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Aurora-chasing photographers say they are seeing more brilliant, intense displays this season.

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Next says price rises will be less than expected this year

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Lower shipping costs and factory prices means price rises will be lower this year, retailer says.

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Tuesday, March 28, 2023

Two people stabbed to death at the Ismaili Centre in Lisbon

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The attacker was arrested after the incident at the city's Ismaili Centre, Portuguese police say.

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Bank of England on heightened alert for further banking turmoil

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Bank of England says it remains vigilant after US bank collapses spark fears over financial stability.

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Nashville school shooting: Police release CCTV of shooter

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Six people, including three children, were killed in the attack on a school in Nashville, Tennessee.

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Creed III actor Jonathan Majors charged with assault and harassment

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A 30-year-old woman says she was injured in an altercation with the Creed III star on Saturday.

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Mexico migrants: Deadly fire at Juárez migrant centre

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People were trapped inside the centre on the US-Mexico border as the fire spread through the building.

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Baboon's death after two week hunt sparks outcry in Taiwan

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The escaped animal had been on the loose for weeks, prompting an island-wide search.

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Monday, March 27, 2023

Actor Orlando Bloom meets children affected by Ukraine war and visits Zelensky

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The Lord of the Rings star, who is a goodwill ambassador for Unicef, also met President Zelensky.

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Ecuador landslide: Search for buried families in Alausí

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Rescue teams are combing the mud for families whose homes were buried in the landslide.

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Outrage at public contract for firm behind P&O sackings

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It comes after DP World is chosen to run a new freeport, despite having sacked 800 workers without notice last year.

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Silicon Valley Bank: Collapsed US lender bought by rival

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The collapsed lender was seized by US regulators after a run on the bank.

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Japan demands China release Astellas Pharma employee accused of spying

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Beijing has detained more than a dozen Japanese nationals on suspicion of spying in the past decade.

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Jack Ma: Alibaba founder seen in China after long absence

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The 58-year-old reportedly visited a school that he founded in his hometown of Hangzhou.

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Jack Ma: Alibaba founder seen in China after long absence

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The 58-year-old reportedly visited a school that he founded in his hometown of Hangzhou.

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Sunday, March 26, 2023

Tunisia migrants: At least 29 die off coast

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The sub-Saharan African migrants were trying to cross the Mediterranean to reach Italy.

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UAE pardons Israeli woman jailed on drug charges

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Fidaa Kiwan is allowed to return home amid improving relations between Israel and the Gulf state.

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John Lewis: Ex-boss says changing ownership model would be a tragedy

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Andy Street says the department store chain should not change its staff ownership structure.

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Ovo launches energy deal below government price cap

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The supplier launches 12-month tariff of £2,275, as falling gas prices finally start feeding through to bills.

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Moment tornado hits Mississippi school

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Surveillance video footage shows the intensity of the tornado as it battered Amory High School.

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Lebanon wakes up in two rival time zones

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The time of day is a matter of dispute because of a row between political and religious authorities.

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Saturday, March 25, 2023

Energy firms call for windfall tax to fall with prices

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It comes ahead of a package of measures on energy security, which the BBC understands will be announced on Thursday.

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Trucks piled on buildings as tornado hits Mississippi

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Drone footage captures the devastation after a tornado hits Rolling Fork, Mississippi.

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Devastation after Tornado rolls across Mississippi

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Tornado kills and injures dozens of people, leaving destruction across swathes of Mississippi.

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Nelson Piquet fined for racist and homophobic comments about Lewis Hamilton

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Three-time Formula 1 world champion Nelson Piquet is fined for using racist and homophobic language about British Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton.

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Gandhi says disqualification 'politically motivated'

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Indian opposition leader Rahul Gandhi says he "will not stop" after being stripped of his MP status.

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Tornadoes kill 19 and bring devastation to Mississippi

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Hail the size of golf balls and strong wind brought destruction to rural areas on Friday night.

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Cost of living: Women feel trust was 'violated' on housing app

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Women feel they are being forced to risk their safety when house hunting due to financial pressures.

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Friday, March 24, 2023

Mintz Group: 5 staffers detained in Beijing after raid

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The incident comes ahead of a high-profile investor forum, to be held in Beijing this weekend.

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UK retail sales boosted by second-hand and discount stores

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Retail sales rose strongly last month as cash-strapped shoppers looked for cheaper options.

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US bombs Syrian targets after deadly drone attack

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The US says it hit Iran-linked militia after a drone attack killed a US contractor and injured others.

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Lawyers in Gwyneth Paltrow trial off to bumpy start

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The actress is being sued by a retired optometrist who claims she caused a skiing collision in 2016.

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Rare tornado hits Los Angeles area

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The storm ripped a roof off a building and was the strongest tornado to hit the area in decades.

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Thursday, March 23, 2023

Post Office scandal victim hopes to get home back

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Hundreds of sub-postmasters who exposed wrongdoing will now be able to recover their losses in full.

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Terran-1: 3D-printed rocket lifts off but fails to reach orbit

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Despite failing to reach orbit, Relativity Space says the vehicle passed key objectives.

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Justin Roiland: Domestic violence charges against Rick and Morty creator dropped

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Justin Roiland says he is "thankful" but is "deeply shaken by the horrible lies that were reported".

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The fight over TikTok explained in 60 seconds

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Is the platform a security risk or just another piece in the larger fight between the US and China?

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Wales freeports for Milford Haven-Port Talbot, Anglesey

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The two new areas will have tax and duty relief and simplified customs, with hopes for 20,000 jobs.

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Chris Mason: Boris Johnson's political future hangs in balance

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The verdict of MPs investigating Boris Johnson has the potential to finish him, writes the BBC's political editor.

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Wednesday, March 22, 2023

Ex-Arsenal and Germany midfielder Mesut Ozil retires

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Former Arsenal, Real Madrid and Germany midfielder Mesut Ozil retires from football at the age of 34.

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Israel's settlers change West Bank landscape with hilltop outposts

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A string of unauthorised communities sit on hills near Palestinian villages, deep inside the territory.

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Why Trump supporters are wary of joining protests he called for

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Donald Trump demanded protests over his possible arrest, but his supporters fear being set up.

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Chetan Kumar: The Indian actor arrested for a tweet - again

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Chetan Kumar, who works in Kannada films, has often made headlines for his outspoken political views.

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World Baseball Classic final: Japan beat defending champions USA 3-2 to win third title

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Japan earn a thrilling 3-2 victory over defending champions USA in Miami to win the World Baseball Classic for a third time.

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Inflation in surprise jump to 10.4% in February

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The cost of living unexpectedly rises driven by sharp rises in food prices, official figures show.

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Tuesday, March 21, 2023

Tesco to cut the value of Clubcard rewards scheme

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The supermarket says vouchers will be worth a third less from 14 June.

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Amritpal Singh: Punjab government promises strict action as search for separatist continues

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A court in Punjab has questioned the government's efforts to find Amritpal Singh.

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