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Meghan Markle’s latest As Ever launch has drawn comparisons with a moment from her time as a working royal.The lifestyle brand has released new images featuring an affirmation-style message similar to those the Duchess of Sussex once wrote for vulnerable women in Bristol.In 2019, during a visit to the Bristol charity One25, the Duchess wrote short messages, including “You are strong” and “You are loved”, on bananas placed inside food parcels for street sex workers. She said at the time that she had been inspired by a US school lunch initiative where affirmations were written on fruit for children, describing…
Shadow Chancellor Mel Stride renewed his call yesterday for Rachel Reeves to “step aside” after a Budget involving £26billion of tax rises.”She should step down because at the end of the day, promises were made in the manifesto and subsequently not to increase taxes on working people. That’s exactly what has happened in the Budget,” Mr Stride said.Asked if the Tories were worried who could replace Ms Reeves in the event she resigned, the Shadow Chancellor responded: “I’m already worried that we’ve got economic policy being basically dictated by the internal politics of the Labour Party.”The Left of the Labour…
If you need a new air fryer to help cook your Christmas dinner, you’re in luck. Amazon has marked down bestselling Ninja air fryers to their “lowest ever price” as part of its Black Friday deals. Ninja was named the No.1 air fryer brand in the UK last year, and with a shelf heaving under the weight of its awards from reviewers, it’s not hard to see why. The only problem? Air fryers from the popular US brand tend to be pricier than some of its main competitors, so it’s not always the most affordable option when looking to upgrade.But…
Paul SeddonPolitical reporterReutersDowning Street has denied Rachel Reeves misled the public about the state of the public finances ahead of this week’s Budget.In the run-up to Wednesday’s statement, the chancellor repeatedly talked about a downgrade to the UK’s predicted economic productivity that would make it hard for her to meet her spending rules.But in a letter to MPs sent on Friday, the chairman of the Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR) revealed that a forecast of higher wages – which she had not mentioned – would help her meet her meet the rules.The Conservatives have accused Reeves of giving an overly…
In 34 days, Crystal Palace captain Marc Guehi will be free to complete a move to a European club when his contract expires on 30 June.The 25-year-old can sign a pre-contract agreement with a foreign club when the winter transfer window opens on 1 January 2026.Liverpool missed the chance to buy the England centre-back for £35m in the summer. The transfer saga, which lasted throughout the window, ended when Palace were unable to sign a suitable replacement – a decision driven by manager Oliver Glasner.It meant the south London club missed out on a significant fee for the defender with…
Rochdale are looking at alternative grounds to stage two home games while the pitch is relaid at the Crown Oil Arena.Dale have already had two home matches postponed this season due to a waterlogged pitch, against Southend United in September and Scunthorpe United earlier this month.They have used a special cover to stop more games going the same way, but have said it is not sustainable.Instead, work will begin on 7 December, a day after the rearranged Southend fixture, to install new drainage and then a hybrid playing surface.As this is carried out, the club say they are in “advanced…
Kemi Badenoch has dismissed claims she is bullying Rachel Reeves, saying politics is a “rough and tumble sport” and not a school playground.In a explosive clash at the House of Commons earlier this week the Tory leader mocked the Chancellor for “wallowing in self-pity” and accused her of “whining about mansplaining” and misogyny.Her comments came after Mrs Reeves unveiled plans to raise £26billon via tax rises in a Budget that also saw her scrap the two-child benefit cap.Speaking to GB News, the Conservative MP insisted Labour likes to dish out criticism but struggles to take it.”I would say that Labour…
A sustainable fashion brand’s festive party dress has completely sold out after four-year-old Princess Lilibet was photographed wearing it during a Thanksgiving charity visit. The young royal accompanied her parents, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, and brother Prince Archie to volunteer at a Los Angeles community kitchen this week.Royal enthusiasts have quickly coined the phenomenon “The Lilibet Effect”, drawing parallels with her mother’s well-documented ability to drive retail sales.The red tartan frock from Hope & Henry sparked immediate consumer interest, with fans noting the youngster’s emerging influence on children’s fashion trends.‘Princess Lilibet effect’ sees £38 dress sell out instantly |…
Rachel Reeves’s inheritance tax adjustments “go nowhere near far enough”, agricultural leaders have warned.They say the amendment fails to address the central concerns facing Britain’s family farms.The Chancellor’s decision to make the £1million agricultural property relief threshold transferable between married couples represents only a minor change to the policy first introduced in last year’s Autumn Statement.Farming representatives argue the adjustment does not provide meaningful protection for agricultural businesses. They maintain the measure leaves rural communities exposed to financial pressures that could affect long-term succession planning and the future of working farms.The modification was announced in Wednesday’s Budget. It allows married…
Peter Kay interrupted his appearance on This Morning to highlight presenter Cat Deeley’s repetitive verbal habit during Thursday’s programme.The 52-year-old comedian paused while discussing his charitable tour donations to address Deeley’s tendency to interject with “yes” and “yeah” after each point he made.The Bolton-born performer noticed the pattern as he explained how proceeds from his Better Late Than Never tour would benefit cancer charities.While reading a list of organisations, he stopped after mentioning Bowel Cancer UK, shot Deeley a pointed glance and burst into laughter.Peter Kay mocked the This Morning presenter during his slot on the show to promote his…