Day: April 28, 2026
UK economy set for £35bn hit from Middle East energy crisis, think tank says
April 28, 2026The Middle East energy shock could wipe around £35 billion from the UK economy over the next two years in a “best-case” scenario, an economic think tank has warned. The National Institute of Economic and Social Research (Niesr) said that a more protracted crisis in the Middle East could see the UK enter a recession […]
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Public able to view vets in action at ZSL’s planned wildlife health centre
April 28, 2026The public will be able to watch penguin health checks and frog X-rays in a new £20 million wildlife health centre, the Zoological Society of London has said as it marks its 200th anniversary. The new facility at ZSL’s UK headquarters in Regent’s Park, London, will deliver care for zoo animals, monitor emerging diseases in the […]
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Study of cellular ‘light switches’ could spark new cancer treatments
April 28, 2026Scientists are embarking on a new multimillion-pound study they hope will reveal the workings of the cellular “light switches” that are a potential cause of cancer. Researchers from the University of Dundee will examine the signals that drive cell division – an essential process that enables our bodies to develop, and to repair injuries. They […]
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Starmer to face MPs after defeating bid to investigate claim he misled Commons
April 28, 2026Wednesday’s Prime Minister’s Questions will be the last before Parliament is suspended, or “prorogued”, ahead of the start of a new session on May 13. The weekly grilling is likely to see Sir Keir face further questions from the Conservatives about Lord Peter Mandelson, following a day when Labour MPs were whipped to oppose a […]
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King hails ‘truly unique’ alliance in speech to US Congress
April 28, 2026He expressed his “particular gratitude to you all for the great honour of addressing this Joint Meeting of Congress”. In the packed chamber, he thanked the American people “on behalf of the Queen and myself” for welcoming them to the US to mark the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. His first remarks prompted […]
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Counterterror police probe suspected arson attack on Golders Green memorial wall
April 28, 2026A memorial wall in Golders Green, north London, has been targeted in a suspected arson attack. The Metropolitan Police said it received reports of a fire at the site in Limes Avenue on Monday, but the wall itself was not damaged. Counter Terrorism Policing is leading the investigation – but the incident is not being […]
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Teenager fatally stabbed woman hours after booking her Airbnb, court hears
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Brighton to build Europe’s first purpose-built women’s football stadium
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The Independent’s Pride list of LGBT+ changemakers to return for June
April 28, 2026The Independent’s iconic Pride List, which recognises LGBT changemakers across the country, is returning to mark Pride month. In line with our commitment to championing the LGBT community, this publication has released its 2026 Pride programme, which spans editorial, events, commercial collaborations, and industry initiatives. We are proud to announce that we have again partnered […]
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Restaurant tipping rules are changing across the UK — with new 20% service charge
April 28, 2026Key Points AI-generated content UK restaurants are increasingly adding higher service charges, with 15% becoming common and some reaching 20% Legislation ensures service charges go directly to staff, but many diners are resisting changes to tipping norms Experts suggest patrons can ask for service charges to be removed if unsatisfied, but etiquette advises politeness Created […]
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