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Samantha Cameron’s fashion label Cefinn to close as costs rise

[ad_1] The fashion label founded by Samantha Cameron, the wife of former Prime Minister David Cameron, is to close after struggling with rising costs.Lady Cameron confirmed on social media that she was winding down Cefinn after eight years, saying "international trading restrictions" had also harmed the business."This was not a decision I have taken lightly, especially as we have recently seen strong trading figures," she said in a statement.She added
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France hit by protests as Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu takes office

[ad_1] EPAProtests took place nationwide following a call by grassroots movement Bloquons Tout ("Let's Block Everything")France is seeing a day of protests led by a grassroots movement named Bloquons Tout ("Let's Block Everything") in a show of anger against the political class and proposed budget cuts.The demonstrations are taking place on the same day new Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu was sworn in following the toppling of his predecessor, François Bayrou,
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Poland says it shot down Russian drones after airspace violation

[ad_1] Thomas Mackintosh andJaroslav LukivPoland closest to open conflict since World War Two, warns PMAt least three Russian drones were shot down by Polish and other Nato aircraft in Poland's airspace during overnight attacks on Ukraine, the Polish prime minister has said.Donald Tusk told MPs Poland had recorded 19 drone incursions, with some flying deep enough to temporarily close four airports, including Warsaw's main hub Chopin."This situation brings us the
UK News

London Tube strike into fourth day with limited service

[ad_1] Most London Underground services remain suspended as a walkout by staff continues for a fourth day.Members of the Rail, Maritime and Transport union (RMT) are carrying out a "rolling strike" in a dispute over pay and its unmet demand for a 32-hour working week.A handful of Tube stations appear to be open on the ends of the Northern, Central, Metropolitan and District lines but most routes through central London
Business

Weleda launches inquiry into Nazi camp skin test claims

[ad_1] Weleda, the natural cosmetics company, has launched a study into its links to a Nazi concentration camp following claims an anti-freeze cream it produced was tested on prisoners.A report by historian Anne Sudrow alleges that the Swiss company ordered raw materials from a garden in the Dachau camp. It also made a cream to protect against hypothermia which an SS doctor allegedly used in human experiments. Weleda said a
Business

How to stay safe and what to do in a power cut

[ad_1] Getty ImagesHeavy rain and strong winds are forecast as unsettled weather returns to the UK after a summer which saw a number of heatwaves. Temperatures are expected to drop and there is a risk of thunderstorms.How can you prepare and protect your home before a storm hits?There are a number of steps you can take: secure any loose objects outside your property such as bins, ladders, trampolines and outdoor
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Remains of missing Jordan Moray from Cwmbach found after six years

[ad_1] The remains of a man who went missing six years ago have been found, police have said. Jordan Moray, from Cwmbach, near Aberdare in Rhondda Cynon Taf, was reported missing from his flat with his games console still running and mobile phone on charge in July 2019.South Wales Police said they received a report of human remains near the Llwyn On Reservoir in Bannau Brycheiniog National Park, also known
Politics

Labour deputy leadership hopefuls woo MPs as Bridget Phillipson takes early lead

[ad_1] Candidates vying to be Labour's next deputy leader are racing to get the support of their fellow MPs, as Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson emerges as a frontrunner.To stay in the contest, they need to secure the backing of 80 MPs by 17:00 on Thursday.Phillipson's team believe they will clear the threshold a day early, after gathering 44 nominations by the end of Tuesday.Her closest rivals so far are former
Business

Strongbow and Jägermeister pull ads after complaints upheld

[ad_1] Emer MoreauBusiness reporterAl NashComedian Al Nash made the sponsored post about Strongbow ciderStrongbow and Jägermeister have withdrawn some social media ads after complaints over the way the brands presented their alcoholic drinks were upheld by a watchdog.The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) said two Jägermeister adverts implied that alcohol was "a key component of social success", which it said was "irresponsible" and a breach of the broadcasting code.It added a