Business · 5 October 2026
Gulf‑based lender BBK is in talks to acquire a 20% share of Panmure Liberum, the City’s prolific broker to London‑listed companies, prompting speculation about a new Gulf‑London flavour in finance.
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Business · 5 October 2026
Lidl’s UK sales jumped more than 10% to over £13bn, driven by price cuts and its new Deluxe range, propelling the German‑owned chain to fifth place in the British grocery rankings ahead of Morrisons. The fresh‑mea…
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World · 5 October 2026
Former Prince Andrew, 66, has filed a petition on Monday to overturn the Thames Valley Police warrants that led to his February 19 arrest over links to a late convicted sex offender. A private hearing in London is slat…
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Finance · 5 October 2026
The UK is weighing tariffs on Chinese‑built cars to match EU duties, a move aimed at bolstering its case for inclusion in forthcoming EU legislation protecting European manufacturers.
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Business · 5 October 2026
BT has agreed to buy TalkTalk’s wholesale and consumer arms for £400 m on a debt‑free basis, a deal that promises to save 900 jobs and calm a wary regulator.
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Finance · 5 October 2026
The UK government is reportedly preparing tariffs on Chinese‑made electric cars to protect the domestic market as rising fuel prices spur a resurgence in EV demand.
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Politics · 5 October 2026
At its Brighton conference, the Green Party formally adopted a policy that equates Zionism with racism, prompting sharp reactions from party leaders and MPs.
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Business · 4 October 2026
After a £13.5m loss in 2024, Costa Ltd reported a £20m operating profit for the year to 31 December 2025, crediting a high‑street revamp and a menu boost of iced drinks, matcha and fresher pastries.
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Sports · 4 October 2026
Max Verstappen claimed his first 2026 victory at a twice‑delayed, rain‑hit Bahrain Grand Prix, with Kimi Antonelli second and George Russell retiring late, leaving the championship standings as tangled as a city’s…
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