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BBC News - Top stories
Flash floods and heavy rain batter England and Wales
More than two month's worth of rain has fallen in some areas, causing disruption.3 hours ago -
The New York Times - Business
Women Entrepreneurs Are Hitting a Funding Wall
For women starting new businesses, early funding from venture capital firms led by other women is vital. But few are large enough to lead subsequent rounds of financing.3 hours ago -
Financial Times - World
Business welcomes UK ministers’ commitment to nurturing economic growth
Executives applaud the government’s upbeat tone at Labour’s conference, but want to see more policy detail4 hours ago - United Kingdom -
ABC News - World
Soccer pitch collapses as parts of the UK are hit by flash floods
A soccer pitch in London collapsed and parts of the United Kingdom are submerged by flash floods after some areas saw a month’s worth of rainfall in 24 hours5 hours ago - United Kingdom -
The Guardian - World
Cutting winter fuel payments ‘right decision’, says Reeves, as No 10 says no change to council tax discount for single people – Labour conference live
Chancellor says £22bn gap in current spending budget and state pension rise meant she had to make decision on means-testing fuel payments. In interview this morning Rachel Reeves , the chancellor, ...6 hours ago -
MarketWatch - Business
Labor market is not ‘flashing red,’ two top Fed officials say
Two top Federal Reserve officials on Monday said that they don’t think the labor market is weakening dangerously — but the risk of further softening called for last week’s half-point cut in the ...8 hours ago - Federal Reserve -
The Guardian - World
UK business growth slows as budget uncertainty hits investment plans; German recession ‘baked in’ – business live
Fiscal policy uncertainty ahead of the Autumn Budget is biggest fear for companies, survey finds, while Germany’s malaise continues. Newsflash: Rightmove has said it will “carefully consider” the ...8 hours ago - United Kingdom -
Financial Times - World
Lessons for UK universities from the Australian experience
From Sydney to Manchester, higher education institutions need the benefit of a policy compact for the long term11 hours ago - United Kingdom -
BBC News - Top stories
'Mini tornado hitting Luton' captured on video
Footage shows debris caught up in strong, rotating winds during Sunday afternoon's storm.11 hours ago -
BBC News - Top stories
Flood warnings issued with more heavy rain to come
Amber warnings for rain came into effect across parts of central England and Wales on Monday.19 hours ago -
The Guardian - World
‘Moneypenny with more power’: book celebrates UK’s forgotten female spies
Dr Claire Hubbard-Hall reveals contribution of Kathleen Pettigrew, most senior secretary in MI6 and inspiration for Ian Fleming, and others in new title. For decades, their work has been hidden ...19 hours ago -
Financial Times - Business
Labour’s £7bn pledge piles pressure on UK Infrastructure Bank to deliver
Lender has spent just a fraction of funds allocated to it, raising questions over need for more cash from new wealth fund19 hours ago - United Kingdom -
Financial Times - Business
UK planning reform: how to get developers to build more houses
Leader of Tory-led Wiltshire council says ‘more carrots and sticks’ are needed19 hours ago - United Kingdom -
BBC News - Top stories
Is Reform UK's plan to get Farage into No 10 mission impossible?
The party is trying to professionalise to break the mould of British politics and win real power.23 hours ago -
The Guardian - World
Dozens of arrests made in UK crackdown against gangs exploiting Irish border
Home Office brands operation targeting people smugglers a success after cash and false ID documents seized. More than 30 people have been arrested across the UK in a Home Office crackdown against ...Yesterday - United Kingdom -
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Financial Times - World
Banks slash loans to UK North Sea oil groups as windfall tax hits industry
Sector at standstill as levy on profits and plans to close tax loopholes creates uncertaintyYesterday - United Kingdom -
BBC News - Top stories
More heavy rain to come for parts of UK as summer ends
Fresh Met Office yellow warnings for heavy rain have been issued for Sunday and Monday with flooding and power cuts possible.Yesterday - United Kingdom -
BBC News - Top stories
Amazon says workers must be in the office. The UK government disagrees. Who is right?
Amazon is ordering its staff back to the office five days a week, but the UK government is promoting flexible working.Yesterday - United Kingdom -
ABC News - World
Climate activists cleared in UK of charges in rooftop protest at Sunak's estate
Four Greenpeace activists who were arrested for scaling the country estate of former British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak last year to protest his oil and gas drilling expansion plans have been ...2 days ago - United Kingdom -
BBC News - Top stories
Thunderstorms and heavy rain sweep parts of UK
Heavy rain, lightning and hail hit south-east England as unsettled weather continues into next week.2 days ago - United Kingdom -
BBC News - Top stories
Reform UK votes to give members more control
Reform UK’s new constitution is approved in a vote at its party conference in Birmingham.2 days ago - United Kingdom -
Financial Times - World
UK to resurrect ‘industrial strategy’ in bid for global funds, says Reynolds
Business secretary is ‘sick’ of France and Spain attracting investment that could come to Britain2 days ago - United Kingdom -
BBC News - Top stories
A Tamagotchi comeback? Toy gets first UK store as global sales double
The egg-shaped toy which housed a virtual pet was one of the biggest crazes of the 90s.2 days ago - United Kingdom -
BBC News - Top stories
Bigots not welcome in Reform UK, says Nigel Farage
The Reform UK leader says the party needs to "professionalise" after winning its first MPs in July.3 days ago -
The Guardian - World
Farage says Tory brand is ‘bust’ as other Reform UK speeches target immigrants, drag queens, vegans and more – UK politics live
Lee Anderson, Richard Tice and Nigel Farage give speeches at Reform party conference. Richard Partington is the Guardian’s economics correspondent . UK national debt has hit 100% of the country’s ...3 days ago - United Kingdom -
The Guardian - World
Normal man, not flash Harry: why Brook is the right choice to lead England | Barney Ronay
Has English cricket actually made a smart decision for once by naming the non-posh batter as captain for this ODI series?. Even a stopped clock tells the right time once a day, or twice depending ...3 days ago -
Financial Times - Business
Cineworld creditors approve UK restructuring plan
Chain warned it would be unable to make rent payments3 days ago - United Kingdom -
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Financial Times - World
International lawmakers call on VW to withdraw from Xinjiang
Move follows FT report on an audit clearing the carmaker of forced labour at its plant in western China3 days ago -
BBC News - Top stories
Reform UK’s Trump-style rally fires up new members
The conference is a chance for the party's new MPs and members to get to know each other.3 days ago - Donald Trump -
The Wall Street Journal - Business
Mercedes, BMW Flash Warning Lights on China
Top-end German carmakers have joined expensive French handbags among the products hit by weak consumer sentiment in the country.3 days ago - China -
Financial Times - World
Fee rule changes to boost UK investment trusts
Exemption from cost disclosures to make the products more attractive to both institutions and customers3 days ago - United Kingdom -
Financial Times - World
FirstFT: Wall Street titan John Paulson defends Trump’s tariff talk
Also in today’s newsletter, S&P 500 hits record high and Amazon’s crackdown on remote work3 days ago -
Financial Times - World
UK government borrows more than expected in August
Net debt hits 100% of GDP in blow to chancellor Rachel Reeves ahead of Budget3 days ago - United Kingdom -
The Guardian - World
UK’s first ever bison bridges under construction in Kent woodland
Four bridges will allow herds to pass beneath public footpaths while visitors may catch glimpse of bison from above. When Europe’s heaviest land mammals were introduced into a woodland on the edge ...3 days ago -
Financial Times - World
Is it time to invest in the UK’s green transition again?
Labour’s ambitious environmental agenda has lifted the outlook for clean energy groups and investment vehicles3 days ago -
Financial Times - World
Jenrick accuses UK Treasury of ‘gaslighting’ over migration benefits
Tory leadership frontrunner says GDP figures ‘juiced up’ by arrivals3 days ago - United Kingdom