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Homeowner rate hopes boosted after bigger-than-expected fall in inflation

Homeowner rate hopes boosted after bigger-than-expected fall in inflation

Homeowner rate hopes boosted after bigger-than-expected fall in inflation

19 July 2023

The Office for National Statistics said inflation fell to 7.9% last month, down from 8.7% in May and its lowest rate since March 2022.


Coroner condemns ‘inadequate’ protection of gamblers after man’s suicide

Coroner condemns ‘inadequate’ protection of gamblers after man’s suicide

Coroner condemns ‘inadequate’ protection of gamblers after man’s suicide

19 July 2023

The concerns were raised in a Prevention of Future Deaths report after a gambling disorder was deemed to have contributed to the death of Luke Ashton.


Susan Hall named as Conservative Party’s London mayoral candidate

Susan Hall named as Conservative Party’s London mayoral candidate

Susan Hall named as Conservative Party’s London mayoral candidate

19 July 2023

Ms Hall said she will do ‘whatever it takes to win’ the contest against Sadiq Khan.


Tory MP Bob Stewart pleads not guilty to racially abusing man

Tory MP Bob Stewart pleads not guilty to racially abusing man

Tory MP Bob Stewart pleads not guilty to racially abusing man

19 July 2023

The politician appeared at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday.


Seagulls could be cause of pollution that might keep bathers out of the sea

Seagulls could be cause of pollution that might keep bathers out of the sea

Seagulls could be cause of pollution that might keep bathers out of the sea

19 July 2023

Southern Water and Portsmouth City Council are investigating a drop in water quality on Southsea beach.


MI6 chief calls for Russians to spy for UK to help end war in Ukraine

MI6 chief calls for Russians to spy for UK to help end war in Ukraine

MI6 chief calls for Russians to spy for UK to help end war in Ukraine

19 July 2023

Sir Richard Moore called on Russians to ‘join hands with us’, promising their secrets would be safe with MI6.


Just Stop Oil accused of criminal damage after spray-painting energy department

Just Stop Oil accused of criminal damage after spray-painting energy department

Just Stop Oil accused of criminal damage after spray-painting energy department

19 July 2023

Protesters said they targeted the department after it issued more than 100 new oil and gas licences in the UK.


How the inflation rate has changed for everyday food and drink items

How the inflation rate has changed for everyday food and drink items

How the inflation rate has changed for everyday food and drink items

19 July 2023

Bread, cheese and milk are among the items where the rate of inflation has slowed.


Nicholas Rossi extradition hearing postponed on medical grounds

Nicholas Rossi extradition hearing postponed on medical grounds

Nicholas Rossi extradition hearing postponed on medical grounds

19 July 2023

The 35-year-old is wanted in the United States on rape charges.


Why are England’s top doctors striking?

Why are England’s top doctors striking?

Why are England’s top doctors striking?

19 July 2023

Consultants are to stage a 48-hour walkout.


Daughter ‘fearing worst’ ahead of Cyprus court’s verdict on murder-accused Brit

Daughter ‘fearing worst’ ahead of Cyprus court’s verdict on murder-accused Brit

Daughter ‘fearing worst’ ahead of Cyprus court’s verdict on murder-accused Brit

19 July 2023

Retired miner David Hunter is on trial for killing his spouse of 52 years, Janice, who died of asphyxiation at the couple’s retirement home.


Average UK house price is £7,000 below peak seen last September

Average UK house price is £7,000 below peak seen last September

Average UK house price is £7,000 below peak seen last September

19 July 2023

Property values increased by 1.9% annually in May this year, compared with a 14.1% annual uplift seen in July 2022.


Scotland to explore hosting Commonwealth Games in joint bid – Humza Yousaf

Scotland to explore hosting Commonwealth Games in joint bid – Humza Yousaf

Scotland to explore hosting Commonwealth Games in joint bid – Humza Yousaf

19 July 2023

Victoria state in Australia has pulled out of host the event in 2026.


Daniel Morgan murder investigation marred by corruption, police chief admits

Daniel Morgan murder investigation marred by corruption, police chief admits

Daniel Morgan murder investigation marred by corruption, police chief admits

19 July 2023

The 37-year-old was killed with an axe in the car park of a pub in Sydenham, south-east London, in March 1987. His attacker has never been caught.


Hopes raised that upward pressure on mortgage rates could start to ease

Hopes raised that upward pressure on mortgage rates could start to ease

Hopes raised that upward pressure on mortgage rates could start to ease

19 July 2023

Consumer Prices Index inflation was 7.9% in June, down from 8.7% in May.


Pills made from cannabis compound could help treat tumours

Pills made from cannabis compound could help treat tumours

Pills made from cannabis compound could help treat tumours

19 July 2023

The breakthrough by Oxford Cannabinoid Technologies could help save healthcare providers and patients time and money.


Talk of AI dangers has ‘run ahead of the technology’, says Nick Clegg

Talk of AI dangers has ‘run ahead of the technology’, says Nick Clegg

Talk of AI dangers has ‘run ahead of the technology’, says Nick Clegg

19 July 2023

Meta announced the opening of its new open-source large language model, Llama 2, on Tuesday.


Reservoirs fuller than last year, says Severn Trent Water

Reservoirs fuller than last year, says Severn Trent Water

Reservoirs fuller than last year, says Severn Trent Water

19 July 2023

The Midlands and Wales supplier said it is ‘well-positioned’ for the summer.


GB News’ Dan Wootton: Criminal allegations made against me are simply untrue

GB News’ Dan Wootton: Criminal allegations made against me are simply untrue

GB News’ Dan Wootton: Criminal allegations made against me are simply untrue

19 July 2023

The journalist and broadcaster previously worked for The Sun and writes a column for MailOnline.


Viking artefact found by metal detectorist sells at auction for £15,000

Viking artefact found by metal detectorist sells at auction for £15,000

Viking artefact found by metal detectorist sells at auction for £15,000

19 July 2023

The artefact was used to craft decorative motifs for military helmets.


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