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Morrisons has launched an exciting new chocolate range that throws tradition out the window in favour of fun and creative combinations.The supermarket’s CHUNK bars promise to deliver “unapologetically indulgent” treats for those who think chocolate should be “a little bit extra”.The range features three permanent flavours alongside a special limited-edition bar available over the festive season. Each creation combines “velvety smooth milk chocolate and irresistible layers of crunchy, chewy, and sweet surprises”.Morrisons describes them as “bold and bright” treats designed to transform ordinary moments into special occasions.Chocoholics can snap up the four bars in stores and online now as the…

Paul SeddonPolitical reporterAFP via Getty ImagesTalks to allow UK companies to play a greater part in the EU’s €150bn (£130bn) defence loans scheme have broken down after a dispute over money.The two sides had been at loggerheads over a fee to allow British defence firms to access an enhanced share of loans issued under the pact.The lack of agreement limits the total value of any weapons or parts that UK-based firms will be able to contribute to projects.The negotiations had been taking place against a Sunday deadline for EU countries to make initial bids for the loans, expected to be…

France captain Antoine Dupont will make his return from a serious knee injury in Toulouse’s Top 14 match against Racing 92 on Saturday (20:00 GMT). Scrum-half Dupont, 29, has been out since March after rupturing cruciate ligaments in his knee in France’s Six Nations win over Ireland in Dublin in March.The 2021 World Rugby Player of the Year has been named on the bench as Top 14 leaders Toulouse host Racing at Stade Ernest Wallon. “Straight away he found his footing again,” Toulouse assistant coach Jean Bouilhou told reporters on Friday.”He’s such a talented player, at the highest level. He…

Chancellor Rachel Reeves has come under fire for unveiling new pay-per-mile charges for electric vehicles, set to begin in April 2028. The electric vehicle drivers’ association EVA England has voiced strong opposition to the move announced at the Autumn Budget this week.The organisation responded to the new tax system, which confirmed a 3p per mile tax for EVs and 1.5p for plug-in hybrids, warning that the measure could significantly hinder the transition to electric motoring.The new charge forms part of broader tax changes expected to generate £11billion by 2029, with the mileage levy alone projected to raise £1.4billion. The rates…

Paul Dacre, who previously edited the Daily Mail, is set to appear as an early witness when Associated Newspapers Limited faces a High Court trial over allegations of illegal information gathering.The case has been brought by Prince Harry and six others, including Sir Elton John, David Furnish, Liz Hurley, Sadie Frost, Baroness Doreen Lawrence and Sir Simon Hughes.It is scheduled to begin on January 19 before Mr Justice Nicklin. The claimants allege that ANL engaged in or arranged unlawful methods to obtain private information. These include claims that private investigators placed listening devices in cars, used deception to obtain confidential…

British savers face increased tax liabilities after Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced major reforms to ISA allowances and savings income rules in the Budget.The Treasury’s measures alter both the annual cash ISA limit and the taxation of savings interest, creating higher future costs for basic and higher-rate taxpayers.Research from investment platform InvestEngine shows around two million people who paid into cash ISAs during the 2022/23 financial year deposited more than £12,000.These savers may now need to place money above the new threshold into standard savings accounts, where any interest earned will be taxed.The changes mark a significant shift in the Government’s…

Too busy to do all the food shopping yourself this Christmas season? Meal-kit company HelloFresh will take the weekly chore off your hands, and at a major discount this Black Friday. If you’re not familiar, HelloFresh is a meal kit delivery subscription service that brings fresh, pre-portioned ingredients and easy-to-follow recipes straight to your door. It could be a great option if you’re running home late from work or are going from one Christmas event to the next with family and friends. And when you sign up for a subscription this season, HelloFresh will give you half price on your…

After the hottest summer on record for the UK along with one of driest springs, droughts with hosepipe bans were declared in many regions.The National Drought Group met at the end of October where the Environment Agency suggested that England needs at least 100% of average rainfall up to the end of March to largely recover from drought.The good news is that recent months have been pretty wet with data from the Met Office Hadley Centre showing that up to the 25 November most of the UK has had near to above average rainfall for autumn.On Thursday Thames Water lifted…

“We have appealed [against the red card] and our appeal was turned down,” Everton manager Moyes said.”We haven’t been given any reason why it was turned down, but we did appeal it – immediately.”On Thursday, Everton shared a photo of Gueye and Keane wearing boxing gloves and hugging on their social media channels.”It was over immediately,” Moyes told a media conference on Friday. “It was done, that was it. We moved on quite quickly and it was all sorted within the dressing room.”We want passion. We don’t always want it in the style it showed up on Monday night but…

HandoutKade Hassan-Hughes was allegedly travelling in a BMW which was being pursued by police before the incidentA 19-year-old was hit by two cars as he attempted to cross a motorway on foot during a police chase, an inquest has heard.Kade Hassan-Hughes, of Abbey Hey, died on 16 November after he was hit by a Tesla and a Nissan as he tried to cross the M66 southbound carriageway.Mr Hassan-Hughes was allegedly travelling in a BMW which was being pursued by police just before his death, Rochdale Coroners’ Court was told on the opening day of the inquest.The court heard a group…