Revamping UK apprenticeships: Labour’s mountain to climb
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U.S., U.K. climbers stranded on Himalayan mountains rescued
Michelle Dvorak, 31, and Fay Manners, 37, went missing on Thursday after their equipment and food tumbled down a ravine while trekking up India's Chaukhamba mountain.1 hour ago - United Kingdom -
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Revamping UK apprenticeships: Labour’s mountain to climb
Keir Starmer has promised radical change after a decade in which training programme starts declined4 hours ago - United Kingdom -
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Climbers rescued after three days on mountain
Fay Manners says she is "mentally destroyed" after a battle for survival 20,000ft up a mountain.5 hours ago -
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IFS urges Labour party to make ‘serious reforms’ to capital gains tax
Think tank’s report calls for revenue facility to be fairer and more growth friendly13 hours ago -
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Mum of woman murdered on Tinder date completes Everest trek
Gillian Millane says the climb to Everest base camp was "very emotional".15 hours ago -
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Battered but open for business, the Great Smoky Mountains need tourists
Operators face a wave of cancellations as they stare down steep repair costs, but say “it feels a little unethical” to court visitors while neighbors struggle.Yesterday -
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UK workers’ right reforms not expected until 2026
Plans to pass a ‘make work pay’ package may take years to take effect, warn those close to government talksYesterday - United Kingdom -
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Hurricane Helene Death Toll Climbs, But Many Remain Missing
The storm’s death toll has climbed past 225, but many people remain unaccounted for and searching for them is complicated. Their families are desperate for answers.Yesterday -
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Tennessee players will wear 'Mountain Strong' decal on helmets to honor Hurricane Helene victims
The school will also provide fans with ways to assist in recovery effortsYesterday -
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Oil prices climb with Israel considering strikes on Iranian oil facilities
As the Middle East waits to see how Israel will respond to Tuesday's massive missile attack by Iran, oil prices have risen over the prospect of possible Israeli strikes on Iran's oil facilities. ...2 days ago - Israel -
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Keir Starmer defends Chagos Islands deal after Boris Johnson accuses Labour of ‘sheer political correctness’ – UK politics live
PM says deal ensures continuation of UK-US military base on the islands and has been welcomed with ‘warm words’ by US. Jonathan Powell, who was leading negotiations for the new government with ...2 days ago - United Kingdom -
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Will carbon capture help the UK tackle climate change?
Will the plan announced today make a difference to the planet and is it worth the huge price tag?2 days ago - United Kingdom -
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Labour’s Budget: how will the UK secure economic growth?
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German far-right politician accused of using forced labour at Belarus farm
Allegations against Jörg Dornau are latest scandal to engulf AfD over links to authoritarian governments2 days ago -
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Chagossians criticise lack of say in UK deal to hand over islands
Chagossians claim they were repeatedly refused the chance to take part in negotiations behind the historic deal.2 days ago - United Kingdom -
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Are you protected by the UK’s new fraud rules?
As the focus shifts from blaming customers to shutting down scammers, most victims will receive automatic refunds. But is it enough?2 days ago -
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Labour’s new watchdog for workers will need real teeth, business warns
Reforms to employment law could backfire unless the Fair Work Agency can make the rules stick2 days ago -
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Robinhood to launch margin trading in UK expansion drive
Chief executive Vlad Tenev says British customers will soon be able to make leveraged stock bets on its platform2 days ago - United Kingdom -
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Post-Brexit red tape proves a tangle for UK jewellery exhibitors
From zealous customs officials to hallmarking rules, shows are becoming a hurdle too far for some British makers2 days ago - United Kingdom -
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UK commitment to Falklands 'unwavering' despite Chagos deal
Governor Alison Blake's remarks come as Argentina vows "concrete action" to ensure the UK overseas territory is handed to Buenos Aires.2 days ago - United Kingdom -
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UK pledges £22bn in funding for carbon capture and storage projects
Three sites are earmarked for development but prospects for five more have become unclear2 days ago - United Kingdom -
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UK drivers have ‘no fiscal incentive’ to buy EVs, warn carmakers
Industry calls for tax cuts to boost market in open letter to chancellor Rachel Reeves2 days ago - United Kingdom -
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When the North Carolina Mountains Become Hurricane Alley
Most of the deaths from Hurricane Helene occurred far from Florida, where the storm first made landfall. Experts say alerts and evacuation orders need to target inland residents too.2 days ago -
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10-year Treasury yield ends at highest level since August after better-than-expected ISM data
U.S. government debt sold off on Thursday, pushing 10- and 30-year yields to almost five-week closing highs, after data showed the economy’s services side grew last month and businesses remained ...3 days ago -
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Guides accused of leading rogue hunts that killed mountain lions
Three wildlife guides face federal charges for allegedly running an illegal hunting enterprise that left mountain lions dead in Idaho and Wyoming.3 days ago -
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MPs to get free vote on UK assisted dying bill
New legislation giving the terminally ill the choice to control their death to be tabled this month3 days ago - United Kingdom -
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UK hands back Chagos Islands - but will keep military base
In a historic move, the UK gives up sovereignty of a strategic group of islands to Mauritius - after decades of often fractious negotiations.3 days ago - United Kingdom -
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Small but important steps in EU-UK relations
Also in this week’s newsletter: the apprenticeship levy and its failure to help the young into work3 days ago -
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UK gives Chagos Islands to Mauritius to secure military base
Deal comes after 50 years of wrangling over the remote but strategically important archipelago3 days ago - United Kingdom -
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Tories challenge other Labour ministers to follow Keir Starmer in paying back donations – UK politics live
The prime minister said he’d paid back £6,000 worth of gifts and hospitality, including Taylor Swift tickets and his wife’s rented clothing. In its the news release about the agreement to return ...3 days ago - United Kingdom -
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UK consumers in ‘good shape’ ahead of Christmas, says Tesco boss
Britain’s biggest supermarket chain raises profit outlook on rise in sales as inflation eases3 days ago - United Kingdom -
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Labour donor expects honour after backing party, wife claims
Lawyers for Kate Vince tell court that Dale Vince is trying to finalise divorce in ‘haste’ to prevent her acquiring title4 days ago