By DAVID AVERRE and REUTERS Published: 14:34 GMT, 6 December 2024 | Updated: 16:58 GMT, 6 December 2024 Russia could deploy its new Oreshnik intermediate-range hypersonic missile on the territory of its ally Belarus in 2025, Vladimir Putin has declared. The Russian President was responding to a request by his Belarusian counterpart Alexander Lukashenko at…
Italian police have arrested 12 neo-Nazis who are accused of plotting to assassinate prime minister Giorgia Meloni in order to spark civil war and overthrow the government, local media reports. The ‘Werewolf Division’, a group which operated on Telegram, sought to establish an authoritarian regime ‘centered on the Aryan race’, and planned violent attacks on…
Updated: 07:40 GMT, 6 December 2024 There was some good reading for shareholders of Marie Claire publisher Future, with news of a return to growth and plans for a £55million share buyback. The firm, which also owns price comparison website GoCompare, expressed confidence in meeting market expectations for the current financial year, even though profit…
Gregg Wallace’s jibe at middle-class women of a certain age will not be forgotten, despite the MasterChef presenter’s efforts to row back. Aside from the offence caused, it shows a profound ignorance by a celebratory TV host who drools over sweet desserts and over-seasoned lamb dishes, but doesn’t understand what is going on outside kitchen…
A British tourist who was arrested for allegedly raping a six-year-old girl in Thailand was reported to police by the child’s mother, who he had been in a relationship with, investigators have said. Luke Adam Lawrence, 30, from Leeds, West Yorkshire, was identified by sleuths at the UK’s National Crime Agency (NCA) over a video allegedly…
Frasers expects its adjusted pre-tax profits to be £550m-£600m this fiscal year The firm also revealed its first-half operating profits fell by 10.5% to £266.8m By HARRY WISE Updated: 14:22 GMT, 5 December 2024 Frasers shares tumbled on Thursday as the Sports Direct owner lowered its profit guidance and the retail giant prepared for relegation out…
A British tourist has been arrested for allegedly raping a six-year-old girl in Thailand after he was traced by UK cops. Luke Adam Lawrence, 30, from Leeds, West Yorkshire, was identified by sleuths at the National Crime Agency (NCA) in London over an alleged video of a schoolgirl being abused. Officers worked with local cops…
By EMILY HAWKINS Updated: 22:00 GMT, 4 December 2024 Police are investigating reports of stalking made by executives at fast fashion firm Boohoo. There have also reportedly been claims of ‘corporate espionage’. Forces in Greater Manchester and Kent are probing reports of stalking offences, said to involve serious alarm or distress. Chief executive Dan Finley,…
By CALUM MUIRHEAD Updated: 22:00 GMT, 4 December 2024 A gold miner backed by property magnate Nick Candy has bought a rival in a £90million deal. Metals Exploration swooped on Condor Gold with a bid of £67.5million up front in cash and shares. Condor shareholders will also be entitled to £22.6million in the future if…
Many people dream of having a fresh start in a new country, and with the world in turmoil amid conflicts, political division and spiralling living costs, more and more are looking to turn those dreams into a reality. Upping sticks and moving abroad is a big commitment, so it’s important to be sure that you’ve…
