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‘Solid rise’ in homes being put on the market as buyer inquiries grow

‘Solid rise’ in homes being put on the market as buyer inquiries grow

February’s report indicates ‘some grounds for encouragement around the sales market’, the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors said.

Morrisons posts £1bn loss amid pressure from debt pile

Morrisons posts £1bn loss amid pressure from debt pile

The accounts showed the retailer’s parent company had net debts of £8.5 billion at the end of October last year.

Thefts of historic stone and objects from museums and galleries on the rise

Thefts of historic stone and objects from museums and galleries on the rise

A report from Historic England found paving slabs and stone troughs are popular targets for criminals.

Quality time with dogs can reduce stress and anxiety – research

Quality time with dogs can reduce stress and anxiety – research

EEG scans also reveal an increase in brainwaves associated with heightened concentration.

Google starts rollout of restrictions on AI as key global election year looms

Google starts rollout of restrictions on AI as key global election year looms

The restrictions are being rolled out in India ahead of voters in the world’s largest democracy going to the polls.

Frank Hester: The major Tory donor embroiled in racism row

Frank Hester: The major Tory donor embroiled in racism row

The businessman from Leeds has reportedly made huge sums from contracts with the Department of Health and Social Care.

Fewer middle-aged people dying from cancer but cases rise – study

Fewer middle-aged people dying from cancer but cases rise – study

While cancer cases are rising due to a growing population, factors such as obesity, drinking too much and being inactive play a role.

Zara owner Inditex reveals record annual sales and surging profits

Zara owner Inditex reveals record annual sales and surging profits

The fashion retail giant, which also owns Bershka and Pull & Bear, told investors its financial performance in the last year had been ‘excellent’.

Time running out for Sunak to call general election for May 2

Time running out for Sunak to call general election for May 2

Parliament must be dissolved no later than March 26 for an election on May 2.

Relatives speak of torment amid probe into alleged funeral directors scandal

Relatives speak of torment amid probe into alleged funeral directors scandal

An investigation was launched after 35 bodies and suspected human ashes were recovered from Hull-based Legacy Independent Funeral Directors.

Avanti West Coast takes 2,500th child on free train trip

Avanti West Coast takes 2,500th child on free train trip

The operator said it has carried schoolchildren on more than 100 excursions since it launched the Feel Good Field Trips initiative in April 2022.

Two boys, 11 and 12, accused of burglary and animal cruelty in college break-in

Two boys, 11 and 12, accused of burglary and animal cruelty in college break-in

The children will appear before magistrates on Thursday.

Alstom plans new train services between London and Wrexham

Alstom plans new train services between London and Wrexham

The train and rail infrastructure supplier said its proposal will offer passengers direct links, quicker journeys and ‘more competitive fares’.

Rising number of domestic abuse victims taking their own lives, figures suggest

Rising number of domestic abuse victims taking their own lives, figures suggest

Police data show more domestic abuse-related deaths were due to the victim ending their own life than killings by current or ex partners in 2022/23.

Giving £3,000 to migrants moving to Rwanda ‘good use of public money’ – minister

Giving £3,000 to migrants moving to Rwanda ‘good use of public money’ – minister

The voluntary scheme for failed asylum seekers is separate from Rishi Sunak’s Rwanda deportation plan that is in the middle of a parliamentary battle.

Activists erect ‘headstones’ by Parliament to highlight deaths from cold homes

Activists erect ‘headstones’ by Parliament to highlight deaths from cold homes

Greenpeace accused the Government of a continuing failure to reinstate funding needed to upgrade homes to cut early deaths and poor health.

Edgar Degas collection to be showcased at new exhibition

Edgar Degas collection to be showcased at new exhibition

The 23 works were collected by Sir William Burrell and will form part of a display at the Glasgow museum named after the shipping magnate.

Tories will not return £10m from donor in racism row, minister suggests

Tories will not return £10m from donor in racism row, minister suggests

Kevin Hollinrake indicated the party would accept more cash from businessman Frank Hester.

Volunteers sought to test new mRNA vaccine for mpox

Volunteers sought to test new mRNA vaccine for mpox

Mpox is passed on through close physical contact, including during sexual contact, kissing, cuddling or holding hands.

Metro Bank warns over more job cuts and will end seven-day trading in branches

Metro Bank warns over more job cuts and will end seven-day trading in branches

The troubled lender is already axing 22% of its workforce and expects more jobs to go, while the bulk of its branches will only open Monday to Friday.

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