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Former England cricketer Robin Smith has died aged 62, with tributes paid to his career and contributions to English cricket, particularly during the 1990s.
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Head of the fiscal watchdog resigns after premature leak of Budget documents
The chair of the Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR) stepped down after it emerged that key Budget and forecast documents were released online before the formal announcement, causing political controversy and questions around oversight.
Jamie Laing's Candy Kittens to acquire UK snack brand Graze
Jamie Laing’s Candy Kittens is set to acquire snack brand Graze in a new deal with Unilever.
Police consider manslaughter charges in Post Office scandal.
Police are thinking about charging people with corporate manslaughter in the Post Office Horizon disaster.
Car-sharing company ZipCar to end UK operations
Zipcar, a car-sharing service, has announced that it would stop operating in the UK by the end of the year.
Vapes still causing fires despite ban, major waste firm says.
A major firm warns that wrongly discarded vapes are still causing fires in its trucks and facilities, six months after disposable vapes were banned.
London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) investing £100m in blockchain infrastructure
LSEG is investing in a blockchain-based “Digital Markets Infrastructure (DMI)” project to modernise trading, issuance and settlement through tokenisation and digital ledgers.
Cybersecurity gains spotlight as threats rise — demand for investment surges
With rising cyberattacks and digital vulnerabilities across sectors, the UK cybersecurity market is drawing increasing investor attention as AI and tech adoption deepen industries.
UK designates new “AI Growth Zone” — but experts warn energy costs a barrier
The government’s plan to establish an AI Growth Zone saw criticism as stakeholders cautioned the initiative doesn’t sufficiently address high energy costs, raising questions about long-term viability
UK advances quantum-tech ambitions with renewed funding push
The government reaffirmed its strong ongoing commitment to quantum technology and urgently called for faster development and broader use in areas like health, energy and transportation.
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Investigation
Serious Fraud Office opens major cryptocurrency investigation
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UK convicts ex-aircraft-parts director in major fraud case
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Health
Resident doctors in England to strike for five days before Christmas
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UK & US agree zero-tariff deal on pharmaceuticals — impact for NHS and sciences.
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EY is under investigation by the UK accounting watchdog
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Murder investigation launched after woman found dead in Earls Court
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Lifestyle
Closure of the Saltine restaurant in Highbury
Saltine, the Highbury restaurant run by the founders of Fink’s, will close on 21 December 2025 after two years, with the owners citing rising costs and tough trading conditions facing independent UK hospitality businesses.
Grace Beverley Builds £70m Wellness Empire After Oxford Beginnings
Grace Beverley, who went to Oxford and started TALA and Shreddy, has turned her wellness and lifestyle companies into a £70 million business. She has gone from being a fitness influencer to one of the UK's top entrepreneurs.
UK GQ Reveals the Best Gifts for Dads This Year
The 2025 gift guide from UK GQ shows trendy, useful, and high-end gifts for dads. It has ideas for Father's Day, Christmas, and other important occasions.
