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The nine contenders for next UK City of Culture RANKED – including a concrete jungle and ‘Las Vegas of the North’
The Daily Mail has published a travel feature ranking the nine cities and towns longlisted to become the next UK City of Culture, a title awarded every four years to boost tourism, investment and civic pride in the winning location. The piece frames the contest as one to watch, playfully labelling some entrants with nicknames…
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Why dodgy doors are the latest casualty of the UK heatwaves
UK locksmiths are reporting a surge in callouts over the summer of 2026 as extreme heat causes doors to swell, stick or jam, leaving homeowners unable to open or lock them. The problem stems from basic physics: heat makes materials like uPVC and composite doors expand, causing them to bind against their frames, particularly on…
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With one dead and hundreds seriously ill, a national outbreak of Salmonella has been declared. But here experts explain… why you CAN still go to work on an egg (As long as it’s British)
UK health officials have declared a national salmonella outbreak after one person died and more than 200 others fell ill, with eggs identified as the likely source. However, experts stress that British eggs are not implicated in the outbreak and remain safe to eat, with cheap imported eggs used in cafes and restaurants being the…
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Violent migrants clash with police as they try to set sail for the UK from French coast
Migrants attempting to cross the Channel to the UK clashed violently with police on the French coast as they tried to launch a boat, according to reports. The incident highlights the continued volatility and danger associated with small boat crossings, which remain a major point of contention in UK-France border policy and immigration debate. Unfortunately,…
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UK reports unexpected deficit of £1.8bn as John Healey prepares for first budget
The UK government recorded a surprise public sector deficit of £1.8bn in July, defying City economists’ forecasts of a balanced budget, adding pressure on chancellor John Healey as he prepares to deliver his first budget on 28 October. The unexpected shortfall came despite strong tax receipts, a month typically boosted by self-assessment income tax payments,…
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The real reason my friends Harry and Meghan are finally coming back to Britain – and how their new life will look: BRYONY GORDON
In this personal column, journalist Bryony Gordon, a friend of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, reflects on witnessing Harry and Meghan’s final engagement as working royals at Buckingham Palace in March 2020, ahead of reports that the couple are now finally set to return to Britain. Gordon frames their departure as a pivotal, emotional…
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ROBERT HARDMAN: This is not a happy ever after – and there are still bumps in the long road ahead. But a divided royal house is a diminished royal house. Divisions remain – but as of today, those gaps have narrowed a little
Robert Hardman’s Daily Mail commentary reflects on Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s planned return to the UK, six years after they stepped away from royal duties, and considers the practical and symbolic challenges this poses for the Royal Family. He argues that while the couple’s homecoming does not amount to reconciliation, a less divided royal…
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The idea that his little brother is going to swan back in to steal William’s thunder must be enraging: SARAH VINE
Daily Mail columnist Sarah Vine writes that Prince Harry’s reported decision to move his family back to the UK from California will be unwelcome news for Prince William, arguing it risks overshadowing the Prince of Wales just as the royal landscape is shifting. She questions the sincerity of the move, noting Harry’s past statements ruling…
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Eco homes that can stay cool for sale in England and Wales – in pictures
This Guardian picture gallery showcases five energy-efficient homes for sale across England and Wales, each designed to stay cool in summer and warm in winter through features such as heat pumps, solar panels, triple glazing and high-performance insulation. The selection highlights growing buyer interest in eco-friendly properties as households look to cut energy bills and…
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The Single English County Saying No to Palantir
The UK government has six months to decide whether to end its £400m-plus deal with US software firm Palantir to build a “federated data platform” (FDP) for the NHS, as one region, Greater Manchester, continues to reject the technology in favour of its own home-grown system. The dispute has become politically charged, with Palantir’s growing…