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The Smile's European tour has been canceled due to Radiohead guitarist Jonny Greenwood's hospitalization. Greenwood, 52, is currently in intensive care following a severe infection. Greenwood, known for his work as a keyboardist and composer, was on tour with The Smile alongside Radiohead's Thom Yorke and Sons Of Kemet drummer Tom Skinner. The band announced …

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Alec Baldwin was overcome with emotion as the involuntary manslaughter case against him was dismissed. The trial, concerning the tragic shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins, ended after just a week of testimony. The decision came from Judge Mary Marlowe Sommer, who cited misconduct by police and prosecutors, specifically the withholding of evidence from Baldwin's defense …

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Alessia Russo was quick to make her mark, scoring England's first goal within five minutes against the Republic of Ireland. Despite the early success, the match ended with a 2-1 victory that left room for improvement as England prepares for a crucial Euro 2025 qualifier against Sweden. Although the Lionesses secured the win, they conceded …

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Novak Djokovic is set to face Carlos Alcaraz in the Wimbledon final for the second consecutive year. The respect between the two players was evident during Djokovic's on-court interview, where he spoke highly of Alcaraz, who shocked the tennis world by defeating Djokovic in last year's final. The Serbian tennis legend, holding 24 Grand Slam …

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The London Stock Exchange (LSE) is one of the oldest and most prestigious stock exchanges in the world. With a rich history dating back to the late 17th century, the LSE has evolved into a major global financial hub, playing a crucial role in the world's capital markets. This article explores the history, structure, and …

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Sterling jumped to multi-year highs against other currencies. This was on the back of robust UK economic growth and signals of no interest rate cuts soon. Investors also sought to find some comfort in the UK as political uncertainties weigh in other countries. Sterling, the UK's currency, has spent some time recently gaining further ground. …

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The UK government has been at work on a speech for King Charles, with over 30 new bills in the pipeline. From there, it includes automatic voter registration, reducing the voting age to 16 years, housebuilding, green energy, and regulating AI. These are Labour manifesto vows to be fulfilled: GB Energy, railway nationalization, and tighter …

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A new report indicates that significant transport projects in the West Midlands, such as the Metro extensions and new railway lines, likely face delays because of an escalation in their costs and growing financial pressures. Officials are therefore faced with concerns over inflation, chain supply problems, and contractor issues. The new mayor Richard Parker has …

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Cambridge House—a historic mansion in Mayfair, London—is to reopen as a luxury hotel and member club in 2023. Previously put forward as the principal private residence of a member of the English royal family and a social powerhouse that will have 102 rooms by Auberge Resorts Collection elevated to pay respect for its 18th-century grand …

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It may not be so long when British motorists finally have to pay per mile for driving. Proposals are already underway for a new tax, likely to replace the existing Vehicle Excise Duty, to amicably even the playing field between electric and cars running on petrol or diesel. The "inescapable policy" is gaining lots of …

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Fiat introduces a new electric car, the Grande Panda, due in 2025. The electric and hybrid versions are available, while the appearance makes for a bigger and more modern Panda. Priced less than £22,000, it brings in a dose of retro style with loads of modern tech to become functional for families and city drivers. …

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Stocks in Europe and the FTSE 100 surged on Friday as the pound remained strong on expectations that interest rates may be slashed by the US. This came after upbeat UK GDP data were released, with the pound at its strongest in a year following these remarks by the Bank of England. The rise in …

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A stretch of the M25 will be closed this weekend from Friday night to Monday morning for roadworks. The disruption could be much worse than usual as thousands of football fans will be traveling to watch the final of Euro 2024. Drivers are being advised to plan their route and be prepared for solid traffic …

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Unilever, the owner of the brands Marmite and Dove, will cut 3,200 office jobs across Europe as part of an effort to become a simpler, more tightly run company. The move is part of a bigger fight to enhance performance and trim 7,500 posts globally. These reductions will largely cover office staff at the company …