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Stocks firmer, but off best as US/EU deal is digested & into a week of risk events - Newsquawk US Market Open
Zero Hedge
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EU and US agreed on a trade deal with 15% tariffs; EU to buy USD 750bln in US energy, and make USD 600bln in investments. EC President von der Leyen later confirmed the 15% rate is for a vast majority of EU exports including cars, semiconductors...
Mayhem as ten Greenpeace activists abseil down from Scotland's Forth Road Bridge 'to protest Manchester United owner Jim Ratcliffe'
Daily Mail
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July 25, 2025
By JORDANA SEAL Published: 14:22 EDT, 25 July 2025 | Updated: 14:22 EDT, 25 July 2025 Ten Greenpeace activists abseiled down Scotland's Forth Road Bridge to protest plastic plant owned by Manchester United owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe. The group said...
Exports of grapes, shrimps, semi-milled rice, honey & onions to UK to get boost
Financial Express
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The commerce ministry has identified shipment of commodities including grapes, shrimps, semi-milled white rice, onions, honey processed food preparations, sauces to get a boost from the India-UK trade deal, sources said. The trade pact is expected...
How One Entrepreneur Is Helping CEOs Future-Proof Their Energy Strategy
International Business Times - United Kingdom
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July 25, 2025
As energy volatility continues to rattle the bottom lines of UK businesses, a new wave of CEOs are turning away from traditional energy providers and toward independent operators who offer more than just lower prices—they offer control. At the...
UK risks becoming 'dumping ground' for 'slave labour' goods
Daily Express
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July 24, 2025
Britain is in danger of becoming a “dumping ground” for goods made using forced labour, the Government has been warned. Sir Keir Starmer and his team have been urged to ensure no one in the UK profits from the “broken backs of slave labour” in...
Hundreds Demand Bob Vylan Be Dropped From UK Festival After Leading ‘Death to IDF’ Chants at Glastonbury
Jewish Post and News
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July 25, 2025
General view of the Iranian Consulate where Iran holds nuclear talks with so-called E3 group of France, Britain, and Germany, in Istanbul, Turkey, July 25, 2025. Photo: REUTERS/Dilara Senkaya Iran said it would continue nuclear talks with European...
Britain and India to sign landmark free trade pact during Modi's visit
GEO TV
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July 24, 2025
Agreement aims to increase bilateral trade by a further £25.5bn. Will be United Kingdom's biggest deal since exit from EU. Both sides to also ink strategic partnership over defence, climate. LONDON/NEW DELHI: Britain and India are set to sign a...
“They’re Lying to Us Again”: Divers Expose Scotland’s Sunken Treasure as Governments Clash Over Who Deserves to Take It Back
Sustainability Times
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July 25, 2025
IN A NUTSHELL 🌊 Scotland’s scientists have discovered an underwater treasure that could eliminate diesel fuel from shipping. 🚢 The shipping industry, crucial for global trade, faces challenges in reducing greenhouse gas emissions, with Oasis...
The weekend America’s elite descended on two tiny British villages
Yahoo Sports - Canada
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July 25, 2025
The Secret Service might want to consider opening an outpost in Britain. This weekend, in villages at opposite ends of the country, each with populations usually hovering around 200, security may briefly outnumber residents. The Americans are here...
UK Drivers Cover More Miles In EVs Than Gas-Powered Cars
Jalopnik
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July 24, 2025
North Americans might be falling out of love with EVs, but Brits can't get enough of packing on the electron-powered miles. Drivers in the UK are traveling much more per year in EVs than their gas-powered counterparts, according to an analysis by...
India-UK FTA different from previous trade deals, balances strengths, sensitivities of both countries
Business Today
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July 25, 2025
Noting that India’s trade deal with the UK is the most comprehensive in recent years, Commerce Secretary Sunil Barthwal on Friday said that it is different from other free trade agreements as it reflects India’s transition to a more mature...
British Gas household supply arm earnings fall after £50m warm weather hit
Winsford Guardian
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The Centrica-owned group said underlying earnings for the residential energy supply business dropped to £133 million in the six months to June 30, down from £156 million a year earlier. Warmer-than-normal weather, as well as lower energy prices,...
UK reveals strike price caps for next green auction with Scottish surprise
Recharge
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July 24, 2025
Government boosts strike prices for wind power technologies and for the first time introduces zonal split in how projects will be assessed Ed Miliband, Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, hosts a summit on the Future of Energy...
Indian fast bowlers lacked ‘energy behind the ball’ at Manchester, says bowling coach Morne Morkel
The Indian Express
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July 25, 2025
There were many questions spinning around at Old Trafford at stumps on this seemingly decisive day of the series. Why didn’t Washington Sundar bowl till the 68th over? Why Kuldeep Yadav hasn’t played a Test? Can Anshul Kamboj be a third seamer at...
Singapore could be ‘most perfect example’ of a country that needs nuclear energy: IAEA chief
Channel News Asia
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July 25, 2025
GLOBAL NUCLEAR ENERGY TRENDS A new trend in nuclear energy is small modular reactors. While most are not in operation yet, these reactors are being licensed in many countries, including the United States, France, the United Kingdom and Argentina,...
UK's 'best chippy' is less than an hour from London and Gordon Ramsay and royalty are fans
MyLondon
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July 24, 2025
A coastal fish and chip shop is being hailed as one of the top spots for a quintessential British summer treat, with customers raving about their 'excellent experience'. As the holiday season commences and we look forward to long, warm days ahead,...
Energy, water, and waste: How much do Europeans pay for household bills?
Euronews
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July 24, 2025
How much do you pay for utility bills? Do you think it’s more than in other European cities? According to Deutsche Bank’s Mapping the World’s Prices report, which covers 67 cities worldwide including 28 in Europe, basic utility costs in 2025...
Austin-Healey ‘Frogeye’ Sprite
Practical Classics
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BUYER'S BRIEF James Walshe says that the Frogeye is proof that size doesn’t matter So much fun – regardless of the great British weather. MARKET ANALYSIS The days of picking up a basket case project Sprite for peanuts are well and truly over, as...
Warning to British Gas, Octopus, Eon, EDF and OVO customers with washing machines
Birmingham Live
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July 25, 2025
Experts say households can slash their energy bills by making a simple change to how they use their washing machines. They are one of the most important household appliances - but also one of the most expensive. There is an easy way to cut costs...
Filamentive debuts sustainability profiles for 3D printing materials
3D Printing Industry
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July 28, 2025
UK 3D printing filament brand Filamentive has introduced Material Sustainability Profiles (MSP), a new initiative to boost transparency in additive manufacturing. The profiles aim to help users make more environmentally conscious purchasing...