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Ukrainian farmers’ break from war on UK machinery research trip
Agriland.ie
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September 8, 2025
By Chris McCullough A group of Ukrainian farmers, who farm over one million hectares between them, have visited one of the UK’s best known machinery manufacturers on a research mission. Taking time out from the hostilities of the conflict that has...
Prince Harry speaks of ‘challenging’ sibling relationships after not meeting William during UK visit
The Independent
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September 8, 2025
Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our...
Africa set to demand UK pay reparations for ‘historic crimes’ during colonialism
Daily Express
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September 8, 2025
Africa is calling for “meaningful reparations” from Britain for exploiting the people and the land across the continent. The African Union, headed up by Mahamoud Ali Youssouf, has joined the campaign asking for reparations for “historic crimes”...
Brits picking blackberries this autumn risk £300 fine 'regardless of how many they take'
Nottingham Evening Post
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September 8, 2025
UK households have been alerted to potential £300 fines for picking wild blackberries. Foraging in certain areas is strictly prohibited and could lead to fines of up to £300. Specialists at ecology consultancy Arbtech have cautioned foragers...
Prologis UK to deliver flagship facility
Warehouse and Logistics News
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September 8, 2025
Prologis has been selected to deliver a build-to-suit National Distribution Centre for Marks & Spencer at DIRFT — a flagship development that will support the transformation of the retailer’s food logistics network while showcasing Prologis’...
70,000 March Against Antisemitism in London as New Study Finds One-Fifth of British Population Is Antisemitic
Algemeiner Journal
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September 8, 2025
An estimated 70,000 people participated in Britain’s March Against Antisemitism in London on Sunday, while new research revealed a surge of antisemitic attitudes among the British population — particularly manifesting among those aged 18-24, 40...
Newcastle Red Bulls snap up ‘one of the best finishers in the game’ as ex-England wing joins ‘project’
Planet Rugby
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September 8, 2025
Newcastle Red Bulls have announced the signing of proven finisher and Prem legend Christian Wade, who will join them in December following his spell at Wigan Warriors. The electric wing is coming back to rugby union after his stint in rugby league...
UK timber imports dip nearly 3% in first half
Construction Index
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September 8, 2025
Latest statistics from trade body Timber Development UK (TDUK) show that total imports of timber and panel product reached 4.76 million m³ in the first six months of 2025. This was down 2.9% from 4.90 million m³ in the first half of 2024. The bulk...
British Council initiates research on sustainable architectural practices in Bangladesh
Dhaka Tribune
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The British Council has commissioned the Bengal Institute for Architecture, Landscapes and Settlements to lead a new research initiative on sustainable architecture in Bangladesh. In March of this year, the Bengal Institute’s research proposal was...
How to help speed up climate action
Dhaka Tribune
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The collapse of a major system of ocean currents, the meltdown of major ice sheets or the dieback of the Amazon rainforest are all examples of negative climate tipping points. These are the big risks associated with a changing climate, where...
UK could be in for months of heavy rain as Met Office issues warning
Nottingham Evening Post
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September 8, 2025
The Met Office has warned that the UK could be set for months of heavy rain. Forecasts for September, October and November suggest a higher probability of wetter and windier conditions than the 30-year average. However, they have also cautioned...
Forget Spain and Italy, Scotland could now be a key producer of a sought-after delicacy - which will set you back £900-a-kilo!
Daily Mail
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September 8, 2025
By ELIZABETH HUNTER FOR THE SCOTTISH DAILY MAIL Published: 13:20 EDT, 8 September 2025 | Updated: 13:20 EDT, 8 September 2025 They are a much sought after delicacy that are normally found in the sunnier climes of Spain and Italy. But now, a black...
England's 'friendliest town' with 400 indie shops, just an hour from London
The Mirror
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September 8, 2025
This lovely seaside town, with its charming pastel-coloured beach huts, bustling harbour, and renowned oysters, has long been a gem on the Kent coast. Just an hour's train ride from London, it has become a favoured weekend retreat for city folk....
ProAmpac and Divilly Brothers launch recyclable packaging for Irish meat
Packaging Gateway
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September 8, 2025
Flexible packaging provider ProAmpac has partnered Divilly Brothers, which crafts cooked and sliced meats, to introduce ProActive Recyclable FibreSculpt packaging to the Irish chilled cooked meats market. ProActive Recyclable FibreSculpt is a...
Nvidia's Huang joining Trump on UK state visit next week
CNBC
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September 8, 2025
NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang and U.S. President Donald Trump shake hands at an 'Investing in America' event in Washington, D.C., U.S., April 30, 2025. Leah Millis | Reuters Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang will join President Donald Trump next week on a state...
Massive changes to England's largest onshore wind farm plan explained
Manchester Evening News
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September 8, 2025
The wind farm planned for Scout Moor would still be ‘England’s largest’, despite the scrapping of seven turbines. Planning papers for the renewable energy scheme have been published, revealing the original idea was to build 24 new turbines on the...
The big plastic recycling changes coming to England’s bins in 2027
Yahoo News - United Kingdom
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Plastic recycling will change in England from 2027, when many plastics that previously ended up being incinerated will be recycled from kerbside green bins. This includes some plastics that some British people might have assumed are already being...
WHEN YOU VOTE FOR ME AS PRESIDENT IN 2026, I WILL REQUEST THE BRITISH GOVERNMENT TO HELP ME FIGHT CORRUPTION IN THE ZAMBIAN GOVERNMENT, BINWELL MPUNDU PROMISES ZAMBIANS
Zambian Observer
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September 8, 2025
WHEN YOU VOTE FOR ME AS PRESIDENT IN 2026, I WILL REQUEST THE BRITISH GOVERNMENT TO HELP ME FIGHT CORRUPTION IN THE ZAMBIAN GOVERNMENT, BINWELL MPUNDU PROMISES ZAMBIANS He Writes WE WILL DO A PROPER CLEAN UP EXERCISE (We are determined to...
Jobs and income growth place South West cities among UK’s top economic performers
The Business Desk
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September 8, 2025
The South West’s four largest towns and cities have been named among the UK top six for their strong economic performance and potential for further growth. The annual Demos-PwC Good Growth for Cities Index ranks 50 of the UK’s largest towns and...
Bristol University graduates remain in high demand from top UK employers
The Business Desk
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September 8, 2025
Graduates from the University of Bristol continue to be the most sought after by leading organisations, according to the latest study of the UK job market. Bristol has a track record of high rankings in the ‘Graduate Market’ report, consistently...