UK hit by 30,000 lightning strikes, causing floods and train disruptions.
Roads have been flooded and a landslip has disrupted trains as the UK was hit by tens of thousands of lightning strikes during thunderstorms – with severe weather warnings in…
The FTSE 100 reached a new record high despite US-Iran tensions, surpassing its previous peak on March 3rd. The index gained 20 points to hit 8,884, showing an increase of over 8.6% in the year to date. This achievement came amidst gloomy economic figures for April, when the impact of the US trade war, rising household bills, and tax and wage increases affected employers. Despite these challenges, the FTSE 100 managed to bounce back from a slump earlier in the year caused by Donald Trump’s protectionist agenda and trade tariffs. The suspension or reduction of tariffs and trade hostilities have contributed to the recent climb in values.
The FTSE 100 has reached a new record closing high despite facing challenges from a US trade war-related decline. The index of London’s top shares rose by 20 points to…
Media-savvy Beckham charms his way to knighthood | UK News
A sporting icon courted by prime ministers past and present, newly knighted Sir David Beckham is renowned for being extremely media savvy. Never more so than when I interviewed him…
Poundland sold, thousands of jobs at risk as shops to close
Following the sale of discount high street chain Poundland, thousands of jobs are now at risk, with the closure of several shops anticipated. Poundland has been acquired by investment firm…
Royal Family Pays Tribute to Air India Crash Victims at Trooping the Colour
Members of the Royal Family will wear black armbands «as a mark of respect» to those involved in the Air India crash at tomorrow’s Trooping the Colour parade. There will…
Impact of Israel-Iran Conflict on Global Economy
The Middle East is the world’s foremost oil-producing region and a major centre for maritime trade. Its waterways are a critical thoroughfare for cargo ships transporting oil and container ships…
Two men sentenced for stealing £4.75m gold toilet from Blenheim Palace
Two men have been jailed for their roles in the theft of a £4.75m gold toilet from Blenheim Palace. James Sheen, 40, and Michael Jones, 39, were part of the…
Endless prepares to sell American Golf after seven years
The owners of American Golf, Britain’s biggest specialist golf retailer, are preparing to sell the chain almost seven years after rescuing the company. Sky News has learned that Endless, the…
UK urges restraint following Israeli airstrikes on Iran
The UK has called for restraint and diplomacy after Israel launched airstrikes on Iran early on Friday. The Israeli military said a «pre-emptive, precise, combined offensive based on high-quality intelligence»…
Billionaire Blavatnik courted for Daily Telegraph stake acquisition
The billionaire who has bankrolled DAZN, the sports-streaming service, is being courted to take a stake in The Daily Telegraph alongside the newspaper’s new American majority-owners. Sky News has learnt…