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Co op announces first Aldi price match
Co-op is to match Aldi prices for the first time on more than 100 everyday products, claiming it is the largest move of its kind across UK convenience stores..
Patients who see a GP face to face more likely to be satisfied with their care
Patients who see a GP face to face are more likely to be satisfied with their care, research suggests..
Huge Iron Age hoard could alter understanding of ancient elites
A huge Iron Age hoard discovered in a Yorkshire field by a metal detectorist could lead to a revaluation of the wealth and status of the elite living in northern Britain 2,000 years ago, an archaeologist has said..
Academic calls for real change by banning smoking in homes with children
New legislation to prevent people from smoking in houses with children could help bring about real change by preventing youngsters from being exposed to second-hand tobacco smoke, an expert has said..
Reece James fabulous free kick sets England on course for victory over Latvia
Reece James brilliant free-kick set England on course for a second World Cup qualification win in four days as Thomas Tuchels side made light work of Latvia..
England beat Latvia to go clear at the top of World Cup qualifying Group K
Reece James scored a spectacular first half free kick to set England on their way to a comfortable 3-0 Wembley win.
Ministers monitoring how passengers looked after following Heathrow shutdown
Ministers are closely monitoring how airlines look after their passengers following the unprecedented Heathrow shutdown, the Transport Secretary has said..
PM demands accountability as he urges councils to get on with fixing potholes
Sir Keir Starmer has said there needs to be accountability in the system of fixing potholes, and suggested damage caused by them is irritating..
Morrisons to close number of cafes and counters putting 365 jobs at risk
Morrisons has said 365 jobs are at risk of redundancy because of plans to close some of its cafes, convenience stores, florists and fresh food counters..
No 10 Starmer and Trump spoke about progress on economic deal on Sunday
Sir Keir Starmer and Donald Trump spoke about progress on an economic deal between the UK and US, amid reports that a tax on tech giants could be slashed and as the Government eyes up cuts at the spring statement..
Heathrow had enough power despite shutdown says National Grid chief
Heathrow Airport had enough power from remaining substations despite Fridays shutdown, the chief executive of National Grid has said..
Charity calls on NHS England to fund approved treatment for rare cancers
A cancer charity has criticised NHS England for failing to fund a pioneering targeted radiotherapy treatment for patients with neuroendocrine tumours (NETs) in the liver..
Average price of pint to surge above 5 due to April cost hikes say beer bosses
The average price of a pint of beer is set to surge past £5 for the first time due to cost hikes hitting the sector next month, according to industry bosses..
Alan Cumming to host Bafta ceremony for first time
Scottish star Alan Cumming will host the Bafta TV awards for the first time when he presents the ceremony in May..
One in 10 parents in poverty say their child has been bullied for being poor
One in 10 parents living in poverty told how their child had been bullied as a result, according to a survey said to show the devastating impact financial struggles can have on families..
Scotland relegated from Nations League top tier after heavy defeat to Greece
Scotland were relegated from Nations League A after a 3-0 home defeat by Greece..
More migrants brought ashore at Dover after crossing the Channel
More migrants have been brought ashore at Dover after crossing the English Channel in small boats..
Thomas Tuchel has spoken to Phil Foden and Marcus Rashford about poor display
Thomas Tuchel has spoken to Phil Foden and Marcus Rashford about their ineffective displays in his first match as England boss but stressed the pair retain his full belief..
Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc disqualified in nightmare race for Ferrari
Lewis Hamilton has been disqualified from sixth place in the Chinese Grand Prix after his Ferrari was adjudged to have broken the rules..
Reeves denies UK on path to austerity as she confirms 15 Civil Service cuts
Rachel Reeves has denied that Labour is heading towards austerity as she confirmed plans to cut Civil Service running costs by 15%..