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Odds on the Bank of Scotland cutting interest rates this month have plummeted as borrowing costs surge in response to the US and Israel’s military strike against Israel.This comes as a blow to Chancellor Rachel Reeves ahead of her Spring Statement this afternoon, as well as millions of households across the UK who are likely to face a cost of living hit.Investors are pricing in a prolonged conflict in the Middle East following the Islamic Republic’s decision to close the Strait of Hormuz, the shipping route that transports 20 per cent of the world’s oil exports.This morning, the UK’s 10-year…

Newly-released emails from the US Department of Justice appear to show Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor expressed eagerness to visit Jeffrey Epstein and “pay homage to his new life” hours after the convicted sex offender completed his house arrest in July 2010.The disgraced former royal appears to describe Epstein’s release as “really, really good news” in emails that show him swiftly turning to discussions of multi-billion-pound business opportunities and introductions to younger women through the paedophile financier.Epstein had served 18 months in prison from July 2009 after pleading guilty to soliciting prostitution from a minor, followed by a year of house arrest at…

A British farmer has despaired at Chancellor Rachel Reeves ahead of her Spring Statement, declaring he is “fighting to survive”.Speaking to GB News, Andrew Shaw branded Labour’s U-turn on the inheritance tax threshold a mere “sticking plaster”. In the upcoming statement, delivered by Ms Reeves in the House of Commons on Tuesday afternoon, she is expected to say the economy is “stronger and more secure”.Ms Reeves will also claim Labour “has the right plan for Britain” and is not expected to announce any new tax raids but could make “minor changes” to tax policy.Asked by GB News National Reporter Sophie…

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Barcelona women’s midfielder Aitana Bonmati could repeat her 2024 success in the Sportswoman of the Year category after leading her club to a domestic treble and collecting a record-setting third-consecutive Ballon d’Or.Other nominees include tennis star Aryna Sabalenka, who finished the season as world No.1 after lifting her second US Open, and 800m and 1500m freestyle world champion swimmer Katie Ledecky.Three athletes who starred at the world championships in Tokyo in September – Melissa Jefferson-Wooden, winner of the 100m, 200m and 4x100m relay; four-time 1,500m gold medallist Faith Kipyegon and 400m winner Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone – complete that category.Six nominees are…

Chris Philp has launched a scathing attack on Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer over his refusal to permit American forces to utilise British military bases, amid the ongoing conflict with Iran.Speaking to GB News, the Shadow Home Secretary branded the decision “deeply harmful” to the nation’s interests and a “disgrace”.”Once again, Keir Starmer has revealed himself to be a weak lawyer and not a leader,” he declared.Mr Philp accused the Prime Minister of effectively siding with Tehran over Washington, suggesting Sir Keir appeared to believe “supporting the Iranian regime was more important than supporting America”.The Conservative frontbencher described the decision…

Wigan Warriors full-back Jai Field faces four to six weeks on the sidelines after being diagnosed with appendicitis.The Super League club said, external the Australian was admitted to hospital on Monday before receiving the diagnosis.The 28-year-old had surgery on Monday afternoon and will now be out for at least the rest of March.”We are confident that Jai will make a full and speedy recovery and our thoughts and best wishes are with him at this time,” the club added.Field has made three appearances for Wigan this season, all in Super League.He has scored four tries, including two in their 54-0…

Millions of drivers have warned that they are put off from investing in an electric car because of Rachel Reeves’ controversial new pay-per-mile car tax charges.New data shows that 55 per cent of UK drivers said they were less likely to switch to a new or second-hand electric vehicle as a result of the new pay-per-mile car taxes.Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced the measures in last year’s Autumn Budget for electric vehicle and hybrid owners to pay for their share of the road.From April 2028, electric car drivers will be charged 3p per mile, while hybrid owners are set to be…

Former Chelsea defender Filipe Luis has been sacked as manager of Flamengo just hours after the Brazilian club recorded an 8-0 win to reach this weekend’s Campeonato Carioca final.Luis, 40, averaged a trophy every 14 games as he led Flamengo to seven titles in his 100 matches in charge since replacing former Brazil coach Tite in September 2024.Flamengo have lost back-to-back finals in 2026, finishing runners-up in the Supercopa do Brasil and Recopa Sudamericana last month.But, after completing an 11-0 aggregate victory over Madureira following Monday night’s 8-0 second-leg win, they will have the chance to win a third consecutive…

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