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Sir Sadiq Khan and Transport for London are being urged to take action to prevent the dwindling number of taxi drivers from falling further.New data show that over the last 12 months, licensed taxi drivers have fallen from 14,450 to 13,784, as experts have issued a stark warning.Industry leaders highlighted how numbers continue to fall despite the introduction of the Taxi and PHV Action Plan, which committed to halting the decline.They have now warned that a “total lack of meaningful intervention” and financial support for drivers is “pushing London’s world-class taxi trade to the brink of collapse”.Transport for London stated…

Meghan Markle has secured trademark protection for her As Ever lifestyle brand in Australia ahead of a four-day visit to the Commonwealth nation with Prince Harry next month, according to reports.Documentation filed with the Australian Intellectual Property Office indicates the Duchess of Sussex’s application was approved in June 2025, registered under the category “fancy”.When questioned about the Australian expansion on March 9, a spokesman for Meghan told GB News: “This is speculation. No decisions have been made about when or where international expansion might take place.”The representative added: “Entering new markets is a considered process, but it’s something the brand…

Global financial markets fell sharply on Monday after President Donald Trump issued a 48-hour deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, triggering volatility across equities, oil and bond markets.Brent crude surged past $113 per barrel, remaining below the recent conflict peak of $119, as the vital shipping route stayed closed amid ongoing hostilities.The strait handles roughly a fifth of global oil supplies, heightening concerns about energy disruption and inflation.European stock markets dropped into correction territory, with the Stoxx Europe 600 falling 1.7 per cent to sit more than 10 per cent below pre-conflict levels.London’s Ftse 100 declined 1.5…

The BBC is facing fresh claims of spreading “propaganda” following Sunday’s episode of The Capture, which aired in a primetime slot.The series, which centres on a Met Police detective who finds herself submerged in the world of online misinformation, conspiracies, and deepfakes, is now in its third season.Season three focusses on how Rachel Carey (played by Holliday Grainger), in her new role of Acting Commander of Counter Terrorism Command, combats a fresh threat to the heart of the British establishment.In episode three, it was a character by the name of James Whitlock (Joe Dempsie) who had piqued the interest of…

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BBC Sport NI’s Andy GrayThere’s no way of sugar coating it – losing Dan Ballard is a massive blow to Northern Ireland’s hopes of reaching a first World Cup in 40 years. The Sunderland defender has been integral to the progress of Michael O’Neill’s young side and he has an impact in both boxes. While he has always been a physical presence, his composure on the ball has also improved from playing Premier League football this season. Excluding Kieran Morrison, who has only played in the cup competitions for Liverpool, losing two of his four Premier League players is awful…

A Labour council has appeared to promote a “sickening” and “openly antisemitic” art exhibition, currently the subject of enquiries from Kent Police.The show, titled “Drawings Against Genocide” by 70-year-old artist Matthew Collings at Joseph Wales Studios in Margate, features hundreds of drawings that critics say deploy offensive Jewish stereotypes and inflammatory symbolism.Jewish campaign groups and politicians have condemned the artwork as “grotesque” and “dangerous”.Among the items on display are crude depictions of figures with Stars of David surrounded by blood, and what critics describe as classic antisemitic tropes, including portrayals of baby-eating demons.One drawing on display depicts two auctioneers at…

A leading debt charity has urged Labour to scrap the threat of imprisonment for unpaid council tax as millions of households prepare for bill increases in April.StepChange released new findings showing significant variation in how councils communicate with residents who fall behind on payments.The report, titled Clear, Fair, Understandable, found around one in 20 councils mention the possibility of prison in their first letter to households who miss a single payment.The charity said this approach risks alarming people who cannot afford to pay rather than targeting those who deliberately avoid payment.StepChange said collecting council tax remains essential to fund local…

Princess Eugenie is celebrating her 36th birthday today with a cloud hanging over the King’s niece and her immediate family.The Princess of York is currently navigating a period of significant personal and public turmoil, primarily due to the ongoing fallout from scandals involving her parents, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and Sarah Ferguson. Reports indicate that Eugenie and her sister, Princess Beatrice, are being increasingly distanced from official royal life as a result.Mr Mountbatten-Windsor was arrested in February 2026 in connection with an investigation into his past role as a UK trade envoy and ties to Jeffrey Epstein.He was released that evening on…

The conflict in Iran has disrupted Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ economic strategy, with Treasury officials warning of a “very difficult Budget” later this year.Labour began 2026 promising stability and lower living costs, with plans built on falling inflation, easing interest rates and improving business confidence.Those expectations have been undermined by escalating geopolitical tensions, with the Bank of England signalling potential interest rate increases.Economists have warned the crisis has significantly altered the UK’s economic outlook.Officials are now facing a more challenging fiscal environment as economic conditions deteriorate.Luke Bartholomew, deputy chief economist at Aberdeen, said: “The risk of recession has significantly increased at…