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The owner of HMV, Doug Putman, is reportedly close to finalizing a deal to rescue the majority of Wilko’s operations, potentially salvaging over 8,000 jobs at the struggling high street retailer. PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC), the administrators of Wilko, have been consulting with the chain’s major creditors on the terms of the agreement. The deal would see

The rollout of flu and COVID-19 vaccines in the UK has been expedited due to the emergence of a new variant, BA.2.86. NHS officials have declared this variant to be the most concerning since the arrival of Omicron. Although it has mutated, it has not yet been classified as a “variant of concern.” As a

In a recent survey conducted by Which?, Liverpool John Lennon Airport has been named the UK’s best airport, while Manchester Airport has earned the unfortunate title of the worst. In this critical analysis, we will delve into the key highlights of the survey and explore the reasons behind the rankings. Liverpool John Lennon Airport emerged

Heathrow Airport has experienced major disruptions as a result of a technical fault with the National Air Traffic Services (NATS). The airport has issued a statement urging passengers to check with their airlines before traveling to the airport, as services are expected to remain significantly disrupted. This article will delve into the impact of the

The devastating death of 10-year-old Sara Sharif has sent shockwaves through both the UK and Pakistan. As authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding her passing, Sara’s grandfather has publicly called for her father, Urfan Sharif, to surrender himself to the police. Urfan, along with his partner Beinash Batool and brother Faisal Shahzad Malik, are

As the monarchy undergoes significant changes, hundreds of charities that were once affiliated with the late Queen Elizabeth find themselves uncertain about their future. In the wake of her passing, each of her royal patronages received a letter informing them of an upcoming review. Nearly a year later, the outcome remains unknown. The slimmed-down monarchy

The energy price cap in the UK is set to decrease in October, offering a slight relief to households. However, Jonathan Brearley, the CEO of Ofgem, has expressed concern that families will still face difficulties with their bills during the upcoming winter season. From October to December, the average household paying for gas and electricity

In a truly gruesome tale, a drug dealer by the name of Michael Hillier and his former girlfriend, Rachel Fulstow, have been convicted for the murder of Liam Smith. The shocking crime involved Smith being shot in the face and then having acid poured onto his body. The motive behind this brutal act can be

Routine hospital care in England is expected to face significant disruption as consultants embark on a series of strikes in protest against the government’s pay policies. The strikes, organized by the British Medical Association (BMA), are part of an ongoing dispute over pay rates for medics. As the strike action continues, the BMA has also

For the past 10 months, Manchester Crown Court has been the setting for a trial that has left a trail of heartbreak and devastation in its wake. Lucy Letby, a nurse accused of killing or attacking 17 babies at the Countess of Chester Hospital, finally faced her sentencing. However, as the families of her tiny