Water watchdog boss claimed £170 Mulberry wallet on expenses

Alan Sutherland stood down last year after a report revealed lavish spending at the Water Industry Commission for Scotland.

'Sorry' water boss has plan to end sewage spillages

Water UK chief apologises for the industry's performance as the sector faces a "root and branch" review.

Budget watchdog will break impartiality, claims Hunt

The former chancellor says the publication of a review which could criticise the Conservatives on Budget day would "cross a line".

Watchdog to review police handling of Al Fayed abuse claims

The Independent Office for Police Conduct will review two cases the Met Police investigated in 2008 and 2013.

Bombshell claim about murder coverup backs up cartel boss' story

Police and prosecutors conspired to cover up the killing of an opponent of a governor, using a blood-stained truck found at the crime scene, federal prosecutors said.

Urgent care boss 'out of depth' over Letby claims

Karen Townsend told the Thirlwall Inquiry she was only aware of "vague" concerns.

FA investigates Premier League club boss over sex claims

The FA opens a safeguarding inquiry into a Premier League club boss, a year on from a BBC report.

Frasers Won't Make Bid for Mulberry

The U.K. online fashion retailer has ended a near monthlong battle to take control of the British luxury brand.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 23

What to know about fluoride in water following RFK Jr.'s health claims

Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s recent comments on fluoride are prompting questions about its safety in drinking water. Here's what to know.

Ex-Trump fixer Michael Cohen faces long odds in reviving claim against former boss

Michael Cohen is an unlikely civil rights warrior.

Mulberry's Majority Shareholder Rejects Sweetened Bid From Frasers

The British luxury brand’s majority shareholder declined a sweetened offer from Frasers Group to take full ownership for $94.1 million.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 14

Mulberry Says It Doesn't Believe Offer by Frasers Can Proceed

The British luxury brand said it was taking into account major shareholder Challice Limited’s position that it wouldn’t sell its Mulberry shares to Frasers or support the possible offer.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 22

The Papers: 'Right time to buy into Britain' and university expenses

The papers lead on a variety of stories, including a business summit in the UK on Monday.

How Expensive Is Going to Jail? We Did the Math.

Our criminal justice system is nickel-and-diming people at every turn, burying them in punishing debt.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 16

'I was worried about bleeding on McGregor's expensive shirt'

In her BBC Sport column, former boxing world champion Hannah Rankin discusses her debut win in the Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship.

Rocky Talkie Mountain Radio Review: Expensive, but Worth It

This secure, durable walkie-talkie is worth the seemingly exorbitant price.

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British banks face an expensive motor finance crash

Giving dealers incentives to increase loan interest rates for car buyers could be ruinous for lenders

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Sports Direct owner Frasers walks away from Mulberry bid; oil tumbles, dollar rallies – business live

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World - The Guardian - October 23

The Lead Stylist for Rihanna and Dua Lipa Wear a Rolex Wallet Chain to Remind Him of How Far He’s Come

The lead stylist for Rihanna and Dua Lipa wears a watch not for its practicality, but for what it represents in his career.

Lifestyle - The New York Times - October 19

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